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Mozilla First To Patch Pwn2Own Browser Vulnerability

Posted by Soulskill on from the comparatively-quick dept.

Constantine the Less writes "Mozilla has released Firefox 3.0.8 to fix a pair of code execution holes that put users of the browser at risk of drive-by download attacks. It includes a fix for one of the flaws exploited during this year's CanSecWest Pwn2Own hacker contest. The update also fixes a separate zero-day flaw disclosed earlier this week on a public exploit site. Both issues are rated 'critical,' Mozilla's highest severity rating."

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  1. Re:And this is a surprise? by TinBromide · · Score: 0, Redundant

    I'm seeing the benefit, just not the surprise.

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